French doors

French doors give the kids and the family's chocolate Lab easy access to the backyard. Porcelain floor tiles that mimic travertine are a durable choice for such a high-traffic space.

Dining area

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By: Jennifer Hughes
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Since this is the home's only dining area, a round table and cane-backed chairs were chosen to lend a more formal feel for intimate dinner parties hosted by homeowner Linda Paterson Bier.

Multi-purpose surface

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By: Jennifer Hughes
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Designer Karen Kayne ingeniously added a marble surface with built-in drawers to the bay window nook. It acts as a buffet space for entertaining and as a homework hub during the week (with the addition of one of the cane-backed dining chairs).